Yann LeCun, one of AI’s founding figures, is departing Meta to launch a startup focused on his vision of “world models.” He is openly critical of the industry’s obsession with large language models, calling them a dead end for achieving human-like machine intelligence. His new company, Advanced Mach
Lenovo is launching a version of its Legion Go 2 handheld that runs SteamOS instead of Windows. It packs high-end specs like an 8.8-inch OLED screen and an AMD Ryzen Z2 Extreme processor. The device is slated to arrive in June starting at $1,199.
In a major industry shift, JPMorgan Chase’s massive asset management arm is ending its use of external proxy advisory firms. The unit will now rely on an internal AI-powered platform named Proxy IQ to handle shareholder votes for thousands of companies.
The UK government is shifting from reactive patching to proactive cyber warfare with a major new investment. A centralized Government Cyber Unit will coordinate defense across all departments and critical infrastructure.
Acer is going all-in on AI and extreme refresh rates for 2026. The star is a 27-inch QHD monitor that can hit 1000Hz, backed by new laptops packed with Intel Core Ultra Series 3 and NVIDIA RTX 50-series silicon.
A French cable specialist just pushed subsea power transmission into new, deeper territory. The installation is a key part of a major project to link Italy’s islands and strengthen its national grid.
Universal Music Group is partnering with chip giant Nvidia to expand its AI capabilities. The deal focuses on using AI for music discovery and creation while aiming to protect artists’ copyrights.
In a move to counter soaring DDR5 memory costs, AMD is officially reviving its aging AM4 platform. The company’s Ryzen chief confirmed they’re working to increase supply of older chips, as AM4 CPUs surge in sales. This creates a strange but potentially savvy path for budget PC builders.
Acer unveiled three new monitors at a CES 2026 event on January 6. The star is a Nitro model that lets you switch between 5K at 165Hz and WQHD at 330Hz. They also showed a Predator hitting 500Hz and a 31.5-inch 6K creator display.
Google has published the Android Security Bulletin for January 2026. The update addresses a critical flaw in the Dolby Digital Plus codec, but Pixel-specific fixes are still missing.
